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Battle of Rossbach, and Capture of Breslau. 1757.: CM.TR.2157-R

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Titles

Battle of Rossbach, and Capture of Breslau. 1757.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George II (1727-60)

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Description

This medal commemorates the famous victory of Rossbach and the subsequent siege and surrender of Breslau, 19 Dec. 1757.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Trinity College, Cambridge

Dating

Production date: AD 1757

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 38 mm Diameter 38 mm Weight 14.89 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Frederick, King of Prussia, on horseback, his sword in his right hand; in the distance, a camp.

  • Text: FREDERIC KING OF PRUSSIA. (in exergue) ROSSBACH NOV 5
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Troops attacking a fortress; on the walls of which stands a man holding a flag.

  • Text: WE SUBMIT PRISONERS OF WAR. (in exergue) DEC . 19 . 1757
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.TR.2157-R
Primary reference Number: 227904

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Battle of Rossbach, and Capture of Breslau. 1757." Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/227904 Accessed: 2024-04-24 11:56:32

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